Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has described his brilliant goal in Fulham’s 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage as something out of the ordinary.
The Nigerian international produced a moment of magic to net Marco Silva’s second goal of the encounter, unleashing a superb effort from outside the area to seal a crucial London derby triumph for the Whites.
Iwobi On Special Strike
Reflecting on the technique behind his finish, Iwobi admitted it was not a routine effort.
“Unique, that’s the best way to put it. I don’t think anyone has groins to open up their hip and side-foot it like that,” the former Arsenal star told Sky Sports.
” When [Harry Wilson] passes to me I had one though to side foot it. I do it in training, so my team-mates weren’t surprised.”
Massive Derby Win
Beyond the goal, the 27-year-old expressed delight at Fulham’s resilience and ability to grind out another important result, following their previous win at Sunderland.
“Another London derby, a special moment when we play in front of our fans, we are grateful we were able to that result today,” added the versatile midfielder.
” We feel we controlled the game and created a lot of opportunities to score, but if you don’t take them it becomes shaky. Credit to us we were able to stay strong towards the end.”
Harry Wilson’s Influence
Iwobi also reserved praise for teammate Harry Wilson, highlighting the Welshman’s creative spark and influence in the side.
“He is a special player, when he has the ball we know he will create something or score. We give him that trust and freedom to do as he pleases,” Iwobi stated.
